Eli5: Why is it easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled?

Question

Eli5: Why is it easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled?

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Answer 1

Confirmation bias along with being stupid. Powerful combo. Intelligent people constantly review their ideas and beliefs. Stupid people don’t.

Answer 2

Confirmation bias along with being stupid. Powerful combo. Intelligent people constantly review their ideas and beliefs. Stupid people don’t.